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The masking tape marks the position of the hatch striker,
too. If you’re installing new strikers (or if you installed new
weatherstripping), don’t be surprised if some adjustment
is required. If you like to attend cruise-ins or car shows
with the hatch open, now would also be a good time to
disconnect the dome-light switch to eliminate battery drain.
Glue the bushing’s seam back together with a thin bead of
Super Glue. But first, rotate it so that the seam will be less
visible when the glue dries.
Jason Smith, avid Fox Mustang fan from Greenwood, Indiana, can
be found on internet forums as “sowaxeman.” He has owned nine Fox
Mustangs (and a Capri). His current stable includes ’82, ’83, and ’85 GTs
— all low-mile and original-condition examples. A long-time member
of the Saleen Club of America, Jason also is editor for their monthly
newsletter, PoweRRR.
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Once you’ve replaced
the striker/bushing and
the hatch is closing
properly, give the upper
hatch bumpers (arrow)
a half twist or so to help
provide an even more
snug fit. Don’t overdo it,
as you want the hatch to
seal properly against the
weatherstripping.
SOURCES
CJ PONY PARTS
7461 Allentown Blvd.
Harrisburg, PA 17112
(800) 888-6473
www.cjponyparts.com
MUSTANGS UNLIMITED
(GEORGIA LOCATION)
2505 Newpoint Pkwy.
Lawrenceville, GA 30043
(888) 229-2929
www.mustangsunlimited.com
FOX MUSTANG RESTORATION
105 Pine Forest Dr.
Locust, NC 28097
(704) 888-1278
(866) 496-7320 toll-free
NPD (FLORIDA LOCATION)
900 SW 38th Ave.
Ocala, FL 34474
(800) 874-7595
www.npdlink.com
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